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Electrician / Instrumentation Engineer

? Plympton, Devon
? Monday to Friday | 7:30am - 3:30pm
? Start: ASAP

We're recruiting for an experienced Electrician / Instrumentation Engineer to join the engineering team at a well-established industrial processing site in Plympton. This role is key to maintaining the performance and reliability of plant equipment, covering electrical systems, instrumentation, PLCs, and combustion controls.

Working within a kaolin calcination plant, you'll carry out both planned and reactive maintenance to keep equipment running safely, efficiently, and in line with compliance standards.

? Key Responsibilities:

Electrical, ICA, PLC & combustion maintenance and fault-finding

Diagnose, calibrate, and repair instrumentation and control systems

Support and lead plant improvement and optimisation projects

Use CMMS for work order management and materials sourcing

Ensure compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001, and HSE legislation

Collaborate with the wider engineering and operations teams

Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and hazard-free working environment

✅ What We're Looking For:

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (Apprenticeship trained or equivalent)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Strong background in industrial maintenance

Experience with PLCs, variable speed drives, and combustion systems

Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team

Good working knowledge of health & safety legislation

Full UK driving licence required

? Desirable Experience:

Pneumatics, hydraulics, or mechanical systems

Welding, pumps, burners, mills, or chemical process knowledge

Familiarity with 5S, RCA, and KPI systems

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, forward-thinking business in a hands-on role with plenty of variety and responsibility.

? Apply now by contacting Louise at Berry Recruitment
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Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job